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Suzanne Jeffrey "The teachers have a double duty, one of moral training and the other of academic training. So how do we solve this problem of teaching children what is good and bad? We train the par

In this text, Suzanne Jeffrey emphasizes the dual responsibility of teachers in academic and moral training. It suggests that parents must also be involved in teaching good habits alongside teachers a

Suzanne Jeffrey Step-By-Step introductions for the meditation technique: The Seven Bases of the Mind. 1. The sitting posture, which has been found to be the most conducive for meditation, is the hal

This guide introduces the Seven Bases of the Mind meditation technique, emphasizing the importance of proper posture, relaxation, and focus. Begin by adopting a comfortable half-lotus position or sitt

Suzanne Jeffrey repeated to help you get rid of the monkey mind or that incessant thinking of your brain. At the Wat, they use “Samma Araham” which generally means separating yourself from the bad and

This passage discusses methods to quiet the monkey mind and achieve mental clarity through meditation. Techniques such as repeating a mantra, visualizing a fixed object, and centering oneself are high

12. Now you just need to keep going! And this means keep going. Every day. Whenever you can: Standing up, sitting down, waiting in line, taking the commuter train into work, riding the bus, brushing y

Incorporate meditation into everyday activities to find stillness anytime. Focus on the importance of relaxing and centering your mind, using mantras like 'Samma Araham' to combat distractions. Acknow

Suzanne Kettell When you are sabai and still, you are creating boon or good, pure energy. Therefore, when you come to the end of the time you have set for your meditation session, you have the opport

Meditation is a pathway to creating pure positive energy, referred to as boon. In this practice, after achieving a state of contentment, individuals can spread this energy throughout their surrounding

B RIEF HISTORY 1 In the midst of the daily rush and bustle demanded by modern metropolitan life has grown up a unique cultural centre to encourage and awaken people to the transformation that can be

Wat Phra Dhammakaya, located 16 km north of Bangkok, promotes a culture of peace through meditation. Founded amidst cultural turbulence, it emphasizes spiritual over material values, aiming for world

Week-long Retreats The training of the mind to achieve inner peace requires continuity of training. A seven-day meditation retreat has been organized as a temporary relief from normal, routine commit

The seven-day meditation retreat provides a space for individuals to escape the routine of daily life and immerse themselves in nature. Held in scenic locations like Chiangmai and Phuket, these retrea

ETHICS & MEDITATION TRAINING COURSES FOR PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTORS Apart from individual retreats for the general congregation, the Dhammakaya Foundation has also been commissioned by organizations

The Dhammakaya Foundation offers specialized training courses in applied morality and meditation for both public and private sector organizations. These courses aim to foster sound mind, responsibilit

Step by Step Instructions for the Meditation Technique 1. The sitting posture, which has been found to be the most conducive for meditation, is the half-lotus position. Sit upright with your back and

This guide provides detailed step-by-step instructions for a meditation technique, focusing on the half-lotus sitting posture for comfort and alignment. It emphasizes the importance of relaxation thro

to the temple, they do so after making a wish and a resolution. Therefore, when a monk uses any of these items, he does so upon the good faith and respect of common people. If you show disregard for

This text discusses the shared responsibility between monks and laypeople in maintaining temple property. It highlights the importance of respect for items used in religious practice and how neglect c

When one sits still for a long period, as is required by meditation, one's internal organs are constricted, and this can cause digestive problems. Therefore, one must train oneself to move around afte

Sitting still for prolonged periods during meditation can lead to constriction of internal organs, causing digestive problems. It is essential to move around after meditation to restore circulation. M

ourselves of desire, establish inner peace, and be able to correct all the wrongful acts in our lives. 8. You will have strength, perseverance and courage to face life's obstacles. When you are firs

This text delves into the significance of cultivating inner peace and generosity in monastic life. When ordained, monks face challenges like uncertainty in food availability, pushing them towards rema

By deepening our meditation until our mind comes to a standstill we can unlock the potential and unused ability within. We maintain a balance of mindfulness and happiness for ourselves bringing conte

Through deep meditation, we can tap into our untapped abilities and maintain a balance of mindfulness and happiness, enriching our lives in ways other techniques can’t. This guide introduces the effec

When later in life he met Khun Yai Ajahn he learned of the three levels of life’s goals and became further motivated by the realization that all human beings are prisoners on ‘Death Row’, this knowled

The text discusses a man's journey after meeting Khun Yai Ajahn, discovering life’s goals, and understanding that humans are prisoners on 'Death Row.' He learns that sharing knowledge can illuminate t

Certainly! Here is the extracted text from the image: --- **Introduction** defiled minds. We see our fellow human beings as enemies because of our defined minds. Because of defilements we have feel

This text discusses the importance of meditation in unveiling the true nature of existence. It identifies defilements as the true enemy of humankind, leading to negative emotions such as sadness and a

fund the consequences of our bad eating habits, this may also lead to unethical and immoral ways of funding our uninformed or mismanaged feeding of the body and its kinesia-driven greed and excesses.

This text discusses the impact of our eating habits and the broader implications of our existence, emphasizing the importance of education to alleviate the suffering associated with living. It highlig

Digest from speech of Most Ven. Dhammapriya Mahathero Abbot, Mahananda Sangharaj Vihara Vice President of the Supreme Sangha Council of Bangladesh Founder of Dhamapriya Buddhist Welfare Mission, Kolka

In a profound address, Most Ven. Dhammapriya Mahathero emphasizes the interconnectedness of all beings, portraying them as part of one family, deriving from shared karmic categories. He urges the prop

Chand’s father was a good family man but he was addicted to alcohol. He was gentle when sober, but unpleasant when drunk. One day, he became so drunk that he fell asleep under the house while the fami

Chand's life was deeply affected by her father's curse of deafness, as he was an alcoholic whose words held power. In Thai culture, forgiveness is vital, and after her father's death, she feared she w

30. BE MODEST I'm not the ambitious type. I don't want to be popular nor famous like others. This has been a characteristic of mine for a long time. When I lived at Wat Paknam and practiced high-leve

This text reflects on the values of modesty and the pursuit of virtue through consistent good deeds. The author shares experiences from their time at Wat Paknam, where humility and quietude were key t

56. TO SUCCESSFULLY PURSUE PERFECTIONS, ONE NEED TO EMBRACE MEDITATION We were born to pursue virtues. Strive to perform good deeds. If you wish to successfully pursue Perfections, you need to “attac

In the pursuit of Perfections, one must focus on mental development rather than attachment to people. Meditation serves as a vital practice to overcome false views and achieve personal merit. As exper